Region of Basilicata, Italy

Location of region of Basilicata on a map

Basilicata is a region found in the nation of Italy. Home to 578,036 people, it is the 18th largest division in Italy in terms of population.

Basilicata gained its current status as a region in the year 1948. The government of Basilicata is lead by Marcello Pittellaand is based in the region capital of Potenza (Population: 56,433).

The most populous cities in Basilicata are: Potenza (Population: 56,433), Matera (Population: 54,891).

Basilicata Region - Quick Facts

Country Italy
Region Type Region
ISO Code IT_77
Time Zone CEST
Year of Establishment 1948
Capital Potenza (Population: 56,433)
Head of Government Marcello Pittella
Total Population 578,036
Total Area 9,992 sq km (3,858 sq miles)
Population Density 57.8 sq km (149.8 sq miles)